Solomon Geveye immigrated to Israel and became a successful hi-tech entrepreneur. Now he's trying to help other Ethiopian-Israelis break into hi-tech.
Prior to Oct. 7, many Black Israeli creators were posting videos about their grievances. Now they are striking a different tone.
The festival, established by Confederation House and its long-serving CEO and artistic director Effie Benaya, showcases the best the Ethiopian community has to offer.
Philip, 44, served as a paratrooper in the IDF, just a few years after immigrating to Israel from Ethiopia at age 12 as part of Operation Solomon.
One ceremony opened with a tribute to Ofir Libstein, the head of the Shaar Negev security council who died in battle with Hamas terrorists on Oct. 7.
"The essence of Sigd is the renewal of the covenant between our people and God, reflecting our yearning for Zion and Jerusalem," Ethiopian-Israeli MK Dr. Tsega Melaku said on X.
Zena was listed in a 2019 Noam party blacklist which detailed LGBTQ+ figures in media, academics that were feminist, and other government officials perceived as problematic.
The prosecution decided earlier this week not to charge the driver with homicide, saying the accident was "unavoidable."
Hundreds of protestors blocked Ayalon road on Monday, in response to authorities' refusal to charge a driver who killed a young Ethiopian boy in a hit-and-run accident.
Despite the fact that many Israelis of Ethiopian descent have succeeded in every sphere they are still a marginalized minority facing discrimination in Israeli society.
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